The Mat 1 is a direct replacement for any turntable Mat. Machined from pure carbon as graphite (please read our white paper for more information), the Mat 1 offers a unique acoustical impedance ideally suited to the platter/vinyl interface.

Using a Mat 1 yeilds a marked increase in resolution, clarity and dynamics. Most importantly, these gains are not achieved at the expense of a natural, musical presentation - there's nothing sterile about the gains achieved with the Mat 1.

Material and Design

The specific grade of carbon selected for the Mat 1 was painstakingly chosen from a variety of samples that differed significantly in their accoustical properties. The physical design was also chosen to enhance the beneficial effect of the material, including a 0.5mm cut out that accommodates the paper label of all records, ensuring the maximum contact between the mat and vinyl. The Mat 1 is 3mm thick and 295mm in diameter.

Manufacturing

The Mat 1 is machined on a high-speed CNC lathe to tolerances of +/- 0.005 inches. Once the final shape is achieved, the Mat is polished at nearly 4,000 RPM to remove 90+ percent of the loose carbon particles on the surface, leaving the Mat a silver-gray color.

Extraordinary care was given in choosing an appropriate sealant for the Mat 1 to prevent residue from contacting your vinyl while preserving the unique sonic properties of the material. Each side if the Mat 1 receives three micro thin coats of a proprietary sealant that are applied by hand with automotive-quality HVLP spray systems.